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Kuala Lumpur to Bima

Updated: March 12, 2024 05:23 PM

Kuala Lumpur to Bima: Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best Time to Go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of both Kuala Lumpur and Bima is Bahasa Indonesia.

Currency

The currency of both Kuala Lumpur and Bima is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).

Distance

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Bima is approximately 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles).

How to Reach

By Air

There are no direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bima. However, you can take a connecting flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Lombok International Airport (LOP) and then take a second flight from LOP to Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) in Bima.

By Sea

There are no direct ferry services from Kuala Lumpur to Bima. However, you can take a ferry from Kuala Lumpur to Batam Island and then take a second ferry from Batam Island to Bima.

By Land

It is not possible to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Bima by land.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Bima will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose and the time of year you travel.

By Air

The cost of a connecting flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bima will typically range from $200 to $400.

By Sea

The cost of a ferry from Kuala Lumpur to Batam Island will typically range from $20 to $50. The cost of a ferry from Batam Island to Bima will typically range from $50 to $100.

By Land

It is not possible to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Bima by land.

Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Bima is during the dry season, which runs from April to October.

What to Eat

Some of the most popular dishes in Bima include:

  • Soto Bima (chicken soup with vegetables)
  • Ayam Taliwang (grilled chicken with spicy sauce)
  • Sate Rembiga (satay made with beef or chicken)
  • Gado-gado (vegetable salad with peanut sauce)

Where to Go

Some of the most popular tourist destinations in Bima include:

  • Pantai Bima (Bima Beach)
  • Taman Nasional Tambora (Tambora National Park)
  • Istana Bima (Bima Palace)
  • Masjid Agung Al-Muhajirin (Great Mosque of Al-Muhajirin)

FAQ

What is the easiest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Bima?

The easiest way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Bima is to take a connecting flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Lombok International Airport (LOP) and then take a second flight from LOP to Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) in Bima.

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to Bima?

The travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Bima will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. By air, the travel time will typically be around 4 hours. By sea, the travel time will typically be around 24 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Kuala Lumpur to Bima?

The cost of traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Bima will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose and the time of year you travel. By air, the cost will typically range from $200 to $400. By sea, the cost will typically range from $70 to $150.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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